Owners of Italian restaurants and English pubs said they expect their patios to fill up, at least to the capacity allowed under remaining rules meant to curb the spread of COVID-19.
Mastrangelo tried to acquire a permit to expand his business to set up more tables for the night, but it was denied due to on-going COVID-19 restrictions.The game, set to get underway at 3 p.m. EDT, will mark England's first time in the final of a major international competition since winning the 1966 World Cup, so supporters are also expected to line up outside British pubs across Canada.
Roland Lamote of Montreal said he played soccer when he was younger, but now watching the games keeps him going. Italian Anthony Colaniro, also of Montreal, has never seen Italy win the Euro cup before and doesn't want to miss his chance.
You better broadcast the game..this time